U.S. Navy Picture Thread

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120704-N-WB378-403 ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2012) An MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter assigned to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15 prepares to land on the flight deck aboard the Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB 15). Ponce is deployed to support maritime security operations and mine countermeasure efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Blake Midnight/Released)

120704-N-WB378-249 ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2012) Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB-I) transits the Arabian Gulf. Ponce is deployed to support maritime security operations and mine countermeasure efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Blake Midnight/Released)

120704-N-WB378-427 ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2012) Operations Specialist 1st Class Marcus Mitchell plots points for open ocean navigation from the combat information center aboard the Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB 15). Ponce is deployed to support maritime security operations and mine countermeasure efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Blake Midnight/Released)

120706-N-UM570-040 MINA SALMAN PIER, Bahrain (July 6, 2012) Tugboats assist the Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB 15) as the ship pulls into the Kingdom of Bahrain. Ponce is deployed to support maritime security operations and mine countermeasure efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ashante Hammons/Released)

120704-N-WB378-500 ARABIAN GULF (July 4, 2012) A Sailor monitors the SPA-25G radar console from the combat information center aboard the Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (AFSB 15). Ponce is deployed to support maritime security operations and mine countermeasure efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Blake Midnight/Released)


Ponce's Refit Team Recognized For Outstanding Performance

Story Number: NNS120613-15 Release Date: 6/13/2012 10:29:00 PM A A A

By James Marconi, Military Sealift Command Public Affairs

NORFOLK (NNS) -- Rear Adm. Mark H. Buzby, commander, Military Sealift Command (MSC), recognized 82 MSC military and civilian employees with commendations for their role in refitting USS Ponce (AFSB(I)-15) during a ceremony, June 12, on Naval Station Norfolk.

Ponce, formerly an amphibious transport dock ship, was refitted by MSC in approximately five months as an interim Afloat Forward Staging Base and deployed June 1 to U.S. Central Command.

Adm. John C. Harvey, Jr., commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, and Rear Adm. David M. Thomas, Jr., commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (SURFLANT), concurrently presided over the ceremony with Buzby. Of MSC uniformed Navy personnel receiving awards, two were awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Eighteen MSC civilian personnel were given letters of commendation, and 62 others were awarded letters of appreciation. Additional Fleet Forces and SURFLANT personnel also received recognition for their achievements.

All personnel honored during the ceremony were presented with plaques incorporating a small piece of wood dunnage planking used aboard Ponce before its refit. They also received mugs emblazoned with Ponce's crest, which were donated by Rear Adm. Brian LaRoche, deputy commander, MSC.

Ponce's quick conversion to an AFSB(I), with major work occurring February 13 to April 15 at MHI shipyard in Norfolk, represents a true success story for MSC and the Navy, Harvey said during his remarks.

"The work done by the individuals recognized today was key to giving Ponce a second life and provided significant savings for taxpayers. We are very proud of what you have accomplished and are here to formally thank you for your contribution to our Navy, and to the men and women that deployed on USS Ponce," said Harvey.

Once in theater, Ponce will support mine counter-measure and coastal patrol ships, and aircraft operations. The ship also has the capability to provide flexible support as needed for embarked detachments of personnel when requested by U.S. Central Command and U.S. 5th Fleet.

To perform its new role, Ponce's bridge equipment and navigation sensors were replaced with modern automated systems to support reduced crewing by 152 of MSC's civil service mariners (CIVMAR), who navigate, operate and maintain the ship. Ponce is also crewed by 55 uniformed Navy personnel; the combined CIVMAR and Navy crew is commanded by a Navy captain. Additional modifications included overhauling Ponce's main propulsion boilers; cleaning the ship's main and auxiliary condensers; overhauling other existing ship's equipment; and refurbishing the galley and berthing spaces.

"Refitting USS Ponce from an LPD to an interim afloat forward staging base in five months required significant dedication from the MSC team members we recognized," Buzby said. "Thanks to the efforts of our people, Ponce got underway on schedule. I couldn't be prouder that once again, MSC delivered."

MSC operates approximately 110 non-combatant, civilian mariner-crewed ships that replenish U.S. Navy ships, conduct specialized missions, strategically preposition combat cargo at sea around the world, and move military cargo and supplies used by deployed U.S. forces and coalition partners.

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Ponce Arrives In Bahrain

Story Number: NNS120706-01 Release Date: 7/6/2012 5:33:00 AM
From U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs

MINA SALMAN PIER, Bahrain (NNS) -- The U.S. Navy's first afloat forward staging base-interim, USS Ponce (AFSB-I), arrived in Bahrain for duty in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR), July 6.

Prior to arriving in theater, Ponce, formerly designated as an amphibious transport dock (LPD), was converted and reclassified as an AFSB(I) in April to fulfill a long-standing U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) request for an AFSB to be located in its AOR.

"Ponce's role as an AFSB provides us with an enhanced capability to conduct maritime security operations, and gives us greater flexibility to support a wide range of contingencies with our regional partners," said Vice Adm. John Miller, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT).

Ponce's primary mission is to support mine countermeasures (MCM) operations and other missions, such as the ability to provide repair service to other deployed units, including electrical, diesel engine, piping, and machinery repairs. Additionally, Ponce also has the capability to embark and launch small riverine craft.

Commanded by a U.S. Navy captain, Ponce will remain a U.S. Navy ship. The newly classed AFSB will be manned by a "hybrid" crew consisting of approximately 150 Military Sealift Command (MSC) civilian mariners and 55 U.S. Navy Sailors. Sailors will be primarily responsible for the ship operations. MSC personnel will man the engineering, deck and damage control departments.

"The versatility of Ponce, combined with the teamwork of its 'hybrid' crew, brings a unique capability to the region." said Capt. Jon Rodgers, commanding officer of Ponce. "As the first dedicated afloat forward staging base, we look forward to working closely with our coalition and regional partners to promote security and stability."

Ponce departed its homeport of Norfolk, Va., June 1. Previously scheduled to decommission, Ponce delayed its scheduled decommissioning to serve as an interim AFSB until a permanent solution can be identified.

For more information, visit The U.S. Navy, U.S. Navy - Government Organization - Washington, DC | Facebook, or www.twitter.com/usnavy.>
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Any picture of US navy in Pakistani waters....

 

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USS Harry S. Truman during a high speed maneuver to stop the ship.

 

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120114-N-VH839-086 RED SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) Senior Chief Damage Controlman Jared Klink and a U.S. Coast Guardsman apprehend a suspected pirate aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) during a visit, board, search, and seizure joint training exercise. Dewey is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Keim/Released)

110202-N-2907P-001 ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 2, 2011) Suspected pirate skiffs burn from weapons fire from the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) after Momsen disrupted an attack on a commercial oil tanker in the Arabian Sea. Momsen and the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) came to the aid of the merchant vessel simultaneously in a coordinated rescue and assist effort after receiving a distress call. Momsen and Bunker Hill are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Hull Maintenance Technician John Parkin/Released)

http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=75610 U.S. 5th FLEET AOR (Aug. 26, 2009) Somali pirates aboard Motor Vessel (M/V) Win Far fire upon a U.S. Navy SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Scorpions of Light Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HSL) 49. The Helicopter, embarked aboard the cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62), was conducting a surveillance mission near the anchored M/V Win Far south of Garacad, Somalia. The video, from Forward Looking Infrared Radar (FLIR), shows the pirates firing a large caliber weapon at the helicopter. No rounds struck the Sea Hawk and no one was injured. (U.S. Navy Photo from Video/Released) Link to video clip on FLICKR U.S. Navy Gallery: http://www.flickr.com/photos/usnavynvns/3862516548/


110202-N-2907P-003 ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 2, 2011) Skiffs being towed by a suspected pirate mothership are destroyed by weapons fire from the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) after Momsen disrupted an attack on a commercial oil tanker in the Arabian Sea. Momsen and the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) came to the aid of the merchant vessel simultaneously in a coordinated rescue and assist effort after receiving a distress call. Momsen and Bunker Hill are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Hull Maintenance Technician John Parkin/Released)

101026-N-3885H-030 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 26, 2010) The MK-15 Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) is fired at the ex-USNS Saturn (T-AFS 10) during a sinking exercise in the Atlantic Ocean. Philippine Sea and other ships assigned to the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group fired live ammunition at Saturn. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Hall/Released)

110722-N-TY225-318 GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2011) A visit, board, search and seizure team assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) investigates a suspected pirate skiff. Anzio is assigned to Combined Task Force 151, a multi-national, mission-based task force established by the Combined Maritime Forces in January 2009 to conduct counter-piracy operations in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Somali Basin and Arabian Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Bryan Weyers/Released)


100410-N-6110S-194 GULF OF ADEN (April 10, 2010) A suspected pirate skiff burns after being destroyed by the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48). Ashland while operating approximately 330 nautical miles off the coast of Djibouti, was fired upon from a skiff manned by suspected pirates. Ashland returned fire and disabled the skiff. USS Ashland is part of the Nassau Amphibious Ready Group and 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, currently supporting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) and Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) Operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason R. Zalasky/Released)

090125-N-3931M-124 INDIAN OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2009) Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Adam Gayner mans a 25MM chain gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) while monitoring a small boat transiting from the merchant vessel MV Faina. Faina and her crew are being held by pirates off the coast of Somalia. Mason is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael R. McCormick/Released)

 

[Solomon2]

Any picture of US navy in Pakistani waters....

Perhaps here: http://www.defence.pk/forums/milita...photos-us-military-pakistan-flood-relief.html

 

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USS Harry S. Truman during a high speed maneuver to stop the ship.

Is very nice picture...shows very powerful and speedy maneuver by the USA's Aicraft carrier.....

 

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http://www.navy.mil/management/photodb/photos/120708-N-UK248-069.jpg

Here's the hi res version 2520x1374 if anyone wants a wallpaper out of it....i linked this one before as

 

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http://www.navy.mil/management/photodb/photos/120708-N-UK248-069.jpg

Here's the hi res version 2520x1374 if anyone wants a wallpaper out of it....i linked this one before as but somehow it gets resized to ~ 800x400 :confused:[/QUOTE]
I guess that would be very good screen saver for our desktop........:)

 

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120713-N-KL795-013 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) A Mexican navy sailor aboard the Mexican navy transport ship ARM Usumacinta (A-412) mans a .50-caliber machine gun during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012 exercise. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in the biennial RIMPAC exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Paul Seeber/Released)

120713-N-KW566-003 VINH, VIETNAM (July 13, 2012) U.S. and Vietnamese flags fly in unison as the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) sits on station in the Gulf of Tonkin. Mercy is the mission ship for Pacific Partnership 2012, the largest annual humanitarian and civic action mission in the Asian-Pacific region. Military and civilian professionals from 10 other nations and 14 international and local non-government organizations have partnered to execute tailored humanitarian assistance projects and subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Roadell Hickman/Released)

120713-O-ZZ999-004 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) Royal Australian Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force divers train together aboard the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweeper tender JS Bungo (MST-464) during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012 exercise. (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force photo by Photographer PO1 Takahiro Ito/Released)

120713-N-WL435-222 WASHINGTON (July 13, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert signs a guest book after attending the Marine Barracks Washington Evening Parade as a guest of honor with his fellow service chiefs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released)

120713-F-VS255-029 CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (July 13, 2012) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force officer Wuturu Okado asks a question about managing command and control within Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa during a camp and Combined Joint Task Force 'Äì Horn of Africa mission brief. The mission of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, one of the U.S. Africa Command components stationed at Camp Lemonnier, is to conduct operations in the combined joint operations area to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict, and protect U.S. and coalition interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano/Released)

120713-N-WW409-310 HONG KONG (July 13, 2012) Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5, Platoon 503, participate in a subject matter expert exchange with members from the Hong Kong Police Force, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau, while in Hong Kong. Hong Kong is the second port visit for the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing 5, provide a combat-ready force that will protect and defend the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer A. Villalovos/Released)

120713-N-GL340-045 VINH, Vietnam (July 13, 2012) A local acupuncturist shows Aaron Cook, a University of California San Diego volunteer acupuncturist, items in the herbal pharmacy at Vinh City Hospital during a Pacific Partnership 2012 acupuncture subject matter expert exchange. Acupuncture is a new addition to the medical capabilities of Pacific Partnership and has debuted during the Vietnam leg of the mission. Now in its seventh year, Pacific Partnership is an annual U.S. Pacific Fleet humanitarian and civic assistance mission U.S. military, host and partner nations, non-governmental organizations and international agencies designed to build stronger relationships and disaster response capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Feddersen/Released)

120713-N-LP801-095 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) launches a Standard Missile (SM 2) during a missile exercise as part of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raul Moreno Jr./Released)

 

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120713-N-CH661-078 ARABIAN SEA (July 13, 2012) Sailors fire an M2HB .50 caliber machine gun and M16 service rifles during a live-fire exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)

120713-N-UB993-053 SAN DIEGO (July 13, 2012) Volunteer dental personnel from Naval Medical Center San Diego, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and Smile Art Dentistry extract a tooth from veteran Julian Morales during the Veteran's Village Stand Down. Dental personnel from private practices and local government agencies volunteered to provide dental services to homeless veterans July 13-16. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anastasia Puscian/Released)

120712-N-OV802-161 BLACK SEA (July 12, 2012) Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) leads Turkish navy patrol boats TCG Kalkan (P 331), TCG Tufan (P 333), and the Georgian coast guard vessel Sokhumi (P 24) during a ship handling exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Jamieson/Released)

120713-N-XD424-010 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) prepare to move two F/A-18C Hornets from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323 from the hangar bays to the flight deck of the ship. Nimitz is underway participating in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. RIMPAC is the world's largest international maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin W. Sisco/Released)

120712-N-FV216-556 ODESSA, Ukraine (July 13, 2012) Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, shakes hands with a Ukrainian marine during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/Released)

120713-N-WW127-852 GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (July 13, 2012) Port operations department line handlers stand by to receive the guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for water, fuel, and re-supply services. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is the logistical hub for military and merchant vessels operating in the United States Southern Command area or responsibility. The installation's port operations department provides operational support for more than 150 ships a year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Justin Ailes/Released)

120713-N-ED900-169 CARSON, Calif. (July 13, 2012) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Christopher Russell, assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron (MSRON) 2, based at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, observes a competitor while acting as a head judge at the Reebok CrossFit Games 2012. Russell, a level-1 CrossFit staff trainer, was invited to participate in the event as a head judge by the CrossFit organization. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eddie Harrison/Released)

120713-N-OY799-064 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 picks up supplies from the flight deck of the fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7) during a replenishment at sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is conducting sustainment exercises off the coast of California designed to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

 

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120713-N-GG400-022 MAMALA BAY UNDERWATER DEMOLITION RANGE, Hawaii (July 13, 2012) Navy Diver 2nd Class Josh Underwood, left, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (NMDSU) 1, and Leading Seaman Sam Peters, assigned to the Australian Clearance Diving Team, set an explosive charge during the underwater demolition training portion of RIMPAC 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jumar T. Balacy/Released)

120713-N-IK959-275 NEWPORT, R. I. (July 13, 2012) Members of Officer Development School class 12080 salute the arrival of the official party during their graduation ceremony in the Capt. Howard N. Kay Hall at Officer Training Command. The school provides staff corps and restricted line officers with the training necessary to prepare them to succeed in their roles as newly commissioned naval officers. The five-week course includes naval leadership, administration, organization, sea power, military law, military indoctrination, naval warfare and damage control. (U.S. Navy photo by Scott A. Thornbloom/Released)

120713-N-HN953-013 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) Marine Cpl. Derek Andrade, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323, embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), performs maintenance on avionics equipment. Nimitz is underway participating in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC exercise from Jun. 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. RIMPAC is the world'Äôs largest international maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Robert Winn/Released)

120713-N-ZE938-012 BROWN'S TOWN, Jamaica (July 13, 2012) Engineer 2nd Class Zachary White, assigned to the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36), distributes stuffed animals provided by Project Handclasp to children from St. Christopher'Äôs School For The Deaf during a community relations project in Brown'Äôs Town, Jamaica. Underwood is deployed to Central and South America and the Caribbean in support of Southern Seas 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Frank J. Pikul/Released)

120713-N-RX668-086 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 13, 2012) A group of Sailors from the flight deck crew aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) push back an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 in preparation for it to be anchored to the flight deck. Nimitz is underway participating in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jess Lewis/Released)

120713-N-VY256-089 RED SEA (July 13, 2012) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Ryan Collier receives his enlisted surface warfare specialist pin aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71). Collier is the 99th Sailor to qualify for the pin during the ship's 2011-2012 deployment. Cape St. George is on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher S. Johnson/Released)

 

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120131-N-GF386-065 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 31, 2012) A landing craft air cushion from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4 approaches the welldeck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. #BA12 (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Danian Douglas/Released)

120716-N-JW581-244 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2012) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Krystal Sams assists Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Joseph Leblanc in directing Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 24, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, into the welldeck of the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in the biennial RIMPAC exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sandra M. Palumbo/Released)

120621-N-PB383-221 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 21, 2012) A Sailor directs a truck onto a landing craft air cushion in the welldeck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during an equipment offload. Makin Island and Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)

http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=130562 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 25, 2012) Amphibious assault vehicles line up to depart the welldeck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). Green Bay is part of the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and is underway conducting composite training unit exercise in the Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Elizabeth Merriam/Released)

http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=127930 ARABIAN SEA (July 9, 2012) A landing craft air cushion departs the welldeck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima, the flagship of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit is deployed to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Scott Youngblood/Released)

120721-N-NN926-089 ARABIAN SEA (July 21, 2012) A landing craft air cushion departs the well deck aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York and the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) are part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zane Ecklund/Released)

120706-N-XK513-015 KUWAIT (July 6, 2012) Sailors and Marines unload cargo from a landing craft air cushion, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4. ACU 4 is embarked aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York and the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) are part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ian Carver/Released)

120718-M-VB788-114 KAWAIHAE PORT, Hawaii (July 18, 2012) Marine logisticians from Combat Logistics Battalion 3 disembark equipment and supplies from a Navy landing craft, air cushion at Kawaihae Port during the schedule of events phase of the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012 exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Robert W. Bush/Released)

 

[Capt.Popeye]

USS Harry S. Truman during a high speed maneuver to stop the ship.

Thats achieved by a manuever called "Rudder Cycling" (or Wheeling) while using the engines. Can stop a Large Ship in about a quarter of its normal stopping distance.

 

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120802-N-DI587-241 SEATTLE (Aug. 2, 2012) Lt. C.J. Simonsen, in the #5 aircraft, Lt. Dave Tickle, in the #6 aircraft, both solo pilots assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, fly in formation with Team Oracle Airshow Performer Sean Tucker during a photo shoot near Seattle. The Blue Angels are in Seattle to perform during Seafair. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rachel McMarr/Released)

120731-N-MM360-241 EVERETT, Wash. (July 31, 2012) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) pull in mooring lines while the ship departs Naval Station Everett. Halsey, the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) embarked approximately 300 guests for the annual Youth Cruise from Everett, Wash. to the Seattle waterfront kicking off Seattle Seafair Fleet Week events. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeffry Willadsen/Released)

120731-N-AU127-117 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 31, 2012) Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 3rd Class Robert Birmingham, right, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), talks with Navy Junior ROTC cadets before participating in Seattle Seafair fleet week. Seafair is an annual celebration that allows the local community to meet and interact with maritime forces from the U.S. and Canada. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shannon Heavin/Released)

120801-N-TZ605-662 SEATTLE (Aug. 1, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) participates in the Parade of Ships during the 63rd annual Seattle Seafair. Seafair activities allow U.S. and Canadian Sailors and Coast Guard personnel to experience the local community and to promote awareness of the maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

120802-N-TZ605-149 SEATTLE (Aug. 2, 2012) Rear Adm. Michael J. Yurina, director of Strategic Planning and Communication, Submarine Warfare Division, Chief of Naval Operations Staff, visits with Marine Corps veteran William Grandon at VA Puget Sound Health Care System during the 63rd annual Seattle Seafair. Seafair activities allow U.S. and Canadian Sailors and Coast Guard personnel to experience the local community and to promote awareness of the maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

120731-N-ZF573-249 SEATTLE (July 31, 2012) Sailors assigned to Naval Base Kitsap parade the colors at Safeco Field during the Seattle Mariners' annual "Navy Night" military appreciation game against the Toronto Blue Jays as part of Seattle Seafair. Seafair activities allow U.S. and Canadian sailors and Coast Guard personnel to experience the local community and to promote awareness of the maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seamen Chris Brown/Released)

120801-N-TZ605-483 SEATTLE (Aug. 1, 2012) The Legend-class U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCHC Stratton (WMSL-752) participates in the Parade of Ships during the 63rd annual Seattle Seafair. Seafair activities allow U.S. and Canadian Sailors and Coast Guard personnel to experience the local community and to promote awareness of the maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

120801-N-DI587-170 SEATTLE (Aug. 1, 2012) Capt. Greg McWherter, the commanding officer of the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, throws the first pitch at Safeco Field, Seattle, before a Mariners game. The Blue Angels are in Seattle to perform during Seafair. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rachel McMarr/Released)


Seattle Mariners Salute Navy During Seafair
Story Number: NNS120801-02Release Date: 8/1/2012 5:02:00 AM A A A
By Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chris Brown, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West Det. Northwest
SEATTLE (NNS) -- The Seattle Mariners showed their appreciation for U.S. naval personnel by hosting "Navy Night" at Safeco field, July 31.

The event was part of Seattle Seafair Fleet week 2012, scheduled July 31 through August 6.

The night kicked off with 75 future Sailors taking the field to be honored for their commitment to join the United States Navy.

"It's great to see those kids out there getting ready to take the next step and join the Navy," said Laura Holgreen, who attended the game. "I'm glad we can let them know how important they are to us."

Navy Band Northwest was then brought onto the field to perform the national anthem.

"It's always been a rewarding experience for military musicians to show our presence in the public eye," said Musician 2nd Class (SW) Drew Williams, Navy Band Northwest. "The Seattle Mariners have always been a great outlet for that. We are thrilled to be able to play for them."

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (SS/SW) Rick D. West also attended the game, and was cheered on by the crowd as he threw out the game's ceremonial first pitch.

More than 3,000 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen are participating in Seattle Seafair Fleet Week 2012. The weeklong celebration of sea services honors men and women of the military through public events, including shipboard tours, parade of ships and air shows performed by the Navy's flight demonstration team, the Blue Angels.

For more information, visit The U.S. Navy, U.S. Navy - Government Organization - Washington, DC | Facebook, or US Navy (USNavy) on Twitter.

 

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